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Earth Force
United States
Приєднався 10 лют 2010
Home of Environmental Action Civics
We’re on a mission: infuse civic experiences into environmental education to create environmental citizens. Join us at earthforce.org.
We’re on a mission: infuse civic experiences into environmental education to create environmental citizens. Join us at earthforce.org.
Episode 30: We Did It Series: EAC-inspired CAPE in Florida
This episode features Dr. Martha Monroe and Dr. Megan Ennes from the Community Action Projects for the Environment (CAPE). After collaborating with Earth Force, the University of Florida’s School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences adapted EAC for 4-H groups, and they're now implementing it across 20 organizations in the southeast U.S. Florida Extension is now embedding Community Action Projects for the Environment in museums, zoos, and 4-H programs. Learn more at: programs.ifas.ufl.edu/cape/
Planning Action Worksheet: docs.google.com/document/d/1yuHhL5Wbokx518Q6f4-gLgkJvFSV6fRJyBRsezIt1aw/edit?usp=sharing
Planning Action Worksheet: docs.google.com/document/d/1yuHhL5Wbokx518Q6f4-gLgkJvFSV6fRJyBRsezIt1aw/edit?usp=sharing
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Episode 29: Office Hours
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Hello and happy new year! Today we’re answering three of the most frequently asked questions about Environmental Action Civics. Leave us a comment or a voice message if you have a question you'd like us to answer next time! 3:24 - Can EAC projects help students meet academic standards or earn certifications like CO’s Climate Literacy Seal? 6:11 - (side discussion on a new way to say "two birds ...
Episode 28: Behind the Scenes of EAC, Conversation with Evan from Data+Soul
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In this episode, you'll get a glimpse into a more equitable and human-focused way to conduct evaluations, featuring Evan Kuras from Data Soul. Earth Force has partnered with Evan as we refine our evaluation and build an equitable community of practice. Enjoy!
Episode 27: We Did It Series! Featuring Dr. Xavier Fazio and Rochelle Tkach
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We're back with another example of Environmental Action Civics in the wild! This episode features Rochelle Tkach, a 7-8th grade educator in the District School Board of Niagara in Ontario and her experiences guiding young people through an incredible process. We also hear from her collaborator and Earth Force partner Dr. Xavier Fazio of Brock University, who speaks to the power of Environment...
Episode 26: 3 Ways to Build Youth-Adult Partnerships
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Today we’re talking about ways to build youth-adult partnerships! Youth-adult partnerships are a huge component of Environmental Action Civics. In simple terms, it means youth and adults sharing power. This can take so many different forms but there are some optimal ways to start and we’ll share 3 of them today, based on research and years of application from EAC Practitioners.
Episode 25: How Environmental Action Civics Brings JOY to Teaching
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Environmental Action Civics meets standards and increases civic efficacy and 21st century skills, but it's also...fun! Program Managers Taylor and SJ share stories from the field of joy among young people and educators as they go through this life-changing process.
Empower Your Organization with Environmental Action Civics
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Whether your organization's mission focuses on environmental conservation, youth engagement, or education equity, our Environmental Action Civics program can align seamlessly with your goals. By investing in this innovative approach, organizations can amplify their impact, strengthen their community ties, and advance their mission with purpose and passion. Learn more: earthforce.org/organizations/
Why Educators Need Environmental Action Civics
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Earth Force offers training and support around a proven framework to implement Environmental Action Civics to meet your goals and foster authentic youth engagement.
Episode 24: We Did It Series!
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Welcome! In this episode, we hear from two incredible Everglades Champions educators and Alicia Torres, K-12 Champion Schools Program Manager at the Everglades Foundation.
Episode 23: Office Hours!
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Hello and welcome to Field Chats, Environmental Action Civics Essentials, brought to you by Earth Force. Today we’re hosting our quarterly Office Hours - answering the questions you’ve asked us! Can I do EAC with younger or older kids? (early elementary or high school beyond?) How does it look different? What are the key experiences youth need to have Question from the CoP: What can I do with E...
Episode 22: Making Inquiry Come Alive with NCSS
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Welcome to Field Chats, Environmental Action Civics Essentials, brought to you by Earth Force. Today, on Constitution Day in the US, we’re replaying a conversation our CEO Vince Meldrum hosted during Environmental Action Civics Week with Larry Paska, Executive Director of the National Council for Social Studies. Enjoy!
Episode 21: [HOT TAKE] Why we believe in process AND product
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Today we’re giving our hot take about process AND product. Often we focus on the outcome of youth environmental civic action projects - the numbers of people impacted, knowledge the students gained, etc. But also focusing on the process nurtures a long-term commitment to civic participation, as students see themselves as change-makers, not just project-completers! The messy, iterative nature of...
Episode 20: How to Start EAC when it’s just you!
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Welcome to Field Chats: Environmental Action Civics Essentials, brought to you by Earth Force! Today we’re talking about how to get started with Environmental Action Civics when it might just be you. We’ll cover four of our most common tips!
RISE Challenge 2024: Young People Building Community Resilience!
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We couldn’t be prouder of the RISE Challenge young people leading change in their community! They are making their schools and environment more resilient and learning how to build youth-adult partnerships to get stuff done. If you’re an educator in #Montana, #Illinois, #Colorado, or #Utah, get started with the RISE Challenge this year! Visit earthforce.org/rise.
Students Reflect on Making Their Communities More Resilient
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Students Reflect on Making Their Communities More Resilient
Young People Reflect on Improving the Chesapeake Bay
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Young People Reflect on Improving the Chesapeake Bay
Louisville MS Decarbonization - a RISE Challenge Project
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Louisville MS Decarbonization - a RISE Challenge Project
Beavers & Natural Hazards - a RISE Challenge Project
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Beavers & Natural Hazards - a RISE Challenge Project
Igniting Change: Organizations Changing Communities
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Igniting Change: Organizations Changing Communities
Women Funders in Environmental Action Civics
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Women Funders in Environmental Action Civics
Best Practices in Environmental Action Civics: Pickering Creek Audubon Center
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Best Practices in Environmental Action Civics: Pickering Creek Audubon Center
Caring for Our Watersheds Students Save Purple Martins
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Caring for Our Watersheds Students Save Purple Martins
Students Reflect on Improving the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
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Students Reflect on Improving the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Young People Reflect on Community Resilience to Natural Hazards
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Young People Reflect on Community Resilience to Natural Hazards
An educator's perspective: investigation and implementation of Environmental Action Civics
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An educator's perspective: investigation and implementation of Environmental Action Civics
Fascinating stories, personally I don't hail from the field of Environment, but am following up the discussion because of Ritchie's enthusiasm in this sphere. He's driven by self-motivation and passion to change the status quo which is intriguing. Ask at hand is, in the forthcoming forums, circulate information to enable us pertake.
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Macroinvertebrates are SO EXCITING!
i just had to post a comment... Asia is my cousin and one of the smartest people i know i really look up to her...
OMG 1:06 EDEN AND TASHJAE ARE TO OF MY FRIANDS!! random fact- im texting Eden RIGHT NOW hahhaa